March is when Medellín's eternal spring remembers it rains.
Weather#
| Early March | Late March | |
|---|---|---|
| Days | ~28°C / 82°F, dry | ~27°C / 81°F |
| Nights | ~17°C / 63°F | ~17°C / 63°F |
| Rain | Little | Afternoon showers arriving |
Semana Santa#
In early-Easter years (2027: 21 to 28 March) Holy Week falls here: processions in the Centro and in Santa Fe de Antioquia, Thursday and Friday closures, paisas heading out of town. The city is quieter and some kitchens shut for two days. Medellín in April covers the years it falls there.
What to do#
First half: the dry-season list, Guatapé, Parque Arví, Comuna 13. Second half: the same, before 3pm, then museums, cafés and a fonda. Things to do, day trips, the 3-day itinerary.
Prices#
Moderate; a bump at Semana Santa. Where to stay, on a budget.
Pack#
Light clothes, a layer for nights, a compact umbrella from mid-month. First time in Medellín.
With a paisa#
A Semana Santa procession explained, or a Saturday fonda: post your dates on Roavi Community and a Local Friend can take you.
Medellín in March? Spend an evening with someone who lives there.
Meet a Local FriendFrequently Asked Questions
What is the weather like in Medellín in March?
Warm and turning: highs around 28°C (82°F), lows around 17°C (63°F), dry and sunny early in the month, with afternoon showers becoming regular by the end as the first rainy season (April to May) approaches.What is Semana Santa like in Medellín?
A serious Catholic week: processions in the centre and in towns like Santa Fe de Antioquia, closures on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, many paisas leaving for the coast or the countryside. The city is calmer, some restaurants shut for two days, and buses out are full.Is March a good time to visit Medellín?
Good, especially the first half: still mostly dry, warm, moderately priced. The second half starts the showers; still fine with mornings outdoors.When is Semana Santa in 2027?
21 to 28 March 2027 (Easter Sunday 28 March). In 2026 it falls from 29 March to 5 April.
